Question

how can a hoax help to create social change?
a. by making people upset about being fooled
b. by giving people necessary information about what they can do to help
c. by drawing attention to an issue that people might not know about otherwise
d. by directly changing laws the hoaxer feels are unfair and illegal

Explanation:

A hoax can sometimes bring an issue to the public's attention that they were previously unaware of. While hoaxes are false, they can spark conversations and lead to increased awareness of related real - issues. Option A just causes negative emotions without necessarily leading to social change. Option B is incorrect as hoaxes don't provide real, necessary information. Option D is wrong because hoaxes can't directly change laws.

Answer:

C. By drawing attention to an issue that people might not know about otherwise